Various Bali

Various Bali

Posted on 7 February 2011

Mixing spectacular scenery, beautiful beaches, warm and friendly people, vibrant cultures and out of this world resorts, Bali is truly a magical paradise. Also known as the Land of the Gods, Bali appeals through its sheer natural beauty of looming volcanoes and lush terraced rice fields that exude peace and serenity. Bali enchants any visitors with its dramatic dances and colorful ceremonies, its arts and crafts, to its magnificent waves and exciting night life.

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Dressed in traditional costume, a parade of women gracefully carrying offerings on their head, lead a procession in Ngaben, the Balinese cremation ceremony(photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

From the back of an elephant, time seems to move slowly, giving you a chance to enjoy the everlasting beauty of this magical island(photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

Under a clear blue sky, on soft green grass and accompanied by the caressing breeze is the picture-perfect setting for a golfing session in the tranquil resort of enchanted Bali (photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

After soaring in the sky and perching on trees, these heron birds now find a playground among Bali’s green paddy fields (photo by Anggun Nugraha/ www.indonesia.travel).

A serenade of waves hitting rocks on the shore with the wind blowing above the cliff is the accompanying music as you gaze upon the marvel of Jurang Tanjung (photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

“Shop till you drop!” is the motto illustrated by the smile of these two young teenagers as they embark on a mission of discount-hunting around Kuta Square (photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

The face that greets visitors to the harmony of nature (photo by Andika Saputra/www.indonesia.travel).

1.The face that greets visitors to the harmony of nature.

The sun slowly fades over the horizon while the calm waves lap the shores creating music upon the soft white sandy beach. This may not be a dream, but it surely is dreamland. (photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

1.sun slowly fades over the horizon while the calm waves lap the shores creating music upon the soft white sandy beach. This may not be a dream, but it surely is dreamland.

Fruits, vegetables, snacks, beverages and friendly people await visitors to the traditional markets in Bali. (photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

Art runs in the veins of the Balinese, these delicate crafts were not only sculpted by hand, but also by love and dedication to the culture. (photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

The highest honor ever given by people to their leader was shown in this resplendent rituals cremation of Pelebon for the Raja of Peliatan, Bali (photo by Anggun Nugraha/ www.indonesia.travel).

Harvest time for these humble farmers as they gather rice from the field and carefully place this in the basket. (photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).

Banten - offerings made as a sign of obedience to the gods, decorate every part of this magical island. (photo documentation by www.indonesia.travel).